leadership Online Quiz - 123

An apothegm (also spelled apophthegm) is a short, pithy, or instructive saying or maxim that expresses a general truth in a concise way. Think of proverbs or witty observations. Option C correctly captures this as a pithy, compact saying or brief, meaningful statement.

Apotheosis is the elevation or exaltation of someone to divine status, or the perfect example or highest point of development of something. It can mean deification or the culmination of an ideal. Option C correctly identifies this as elevation to godhood or divine status.

To appall means to greatly dismay, shock, or horrify someone. It describes causing someone to feel strong negative emotions like disgust or shock. Option C correctly identifies this as causing dismay or shocking someone deeply. The word comes from the Old French meaning 'to make pale' (from shock).

Apparent means something that is clearly visible, evident, or easy to perceive. It describes what can be seen or understood clearly, often without needing proof. Option C correctly identifies this as 'evident' or clearly visible/understandable. The word comes from the Latin 'apparere' meaning 'to appear'.

An apparition is a ghostly figure or supernatural appearance of a person. Option C correctly identifies this meaning. Option A suggests something symbolic rather than supernatural, Option B refers to patient submission, and Option D describes a sequin - none of which relate to a ghostly appearance.

Appease means to pacify, soothe, or calm someone - often by acceding to their demands. Option C is correct. Option A describes prehensive ability, Option B refers to elasticity, and Option D is too general - none capture the calming/placating aspect of appeasing.

Appellation means a name, title, or designation given to someone or something. Option C is correct. Option A refers to an ecclesiastical title, Option B means resolution, and Option D describes thinness - none relate to naming or titling.

Append means to attach or add something to the end of something else. Option C is correct. Option A refers to beginning something, Option B means making a choice, and Option D describes discomfort - none relate to attachment or addition.

In this context, application means diligent attention or care in doing something. Option C is correct. Option A means planning ahead, Option B refers to sound resonance, and Option D describes something sporadic - none match the meaning of focused, careful effort.

Apposite means appropriate, suitable, or relevant to the matter at hand. Option C is correct. Option A refers to a presumption, Option B means seeking assistance, and Option D describes petty arguing - none relate to appropriateness or suitability.

Appraise means to estimate the value, quality, or worth of something. Option C is correct. Option A refers to prior warning, Option B describes being filled with sound, and Option D means a sudden rush - none relate to value assessment.

Appreciate means to be thankful for or grateful about something. Option C is correct. Option A means serving as a warning, Option B describes being clever in difficult situations, and Option D refers to spatial relationships - none relate to gratitude.

Apprehend means to arrest or seize a criminal. Option C is correct. Option A refers to dominance, Option B describes the act of breathing, and Option D names a tool - none relate to arresting someone. Apprehend can also mean to understand, but in the context of law enforcement, it means to arrest.

Apprehensive means fearful, anxious, or worried about something. Option C is correct. Option A refers to attractiveness, Option B describes rest time, and Option D means producing eggs - none relate to fear or anxiety.

Aperture means an opening, hole, or gap - especially in optical devices like cameras. Option C is correct. Option A refers to a maxim, Option B describes expressing disapproval, and Option D names a chemical substance - none relate to openings.

Apex means the tip, top, or highest point of something. Option C is correct. Option A refers to a municipal division, Option B describes social condemnation, and Option D means relating to the body - none relate to a tip or peak.

Arable refers to land that is suitable for cultivation and growing crops. The other options describe unrelated concepts: excessiveness, bringing something back to life, or circular motion.

An arbiter is a person appointed or empowered to judge and decide a disputed matter. Feigning means pretending, reviving means bringing back to life, and joining end-to-end describes concatenation.

Apprise means to inform or notify someone about something. Absurd means ridiculous, brilliant means exceptionally clever, and seemingly reasonable but incorrect describes specious arguments.

Approbation refers to formal approval, praise, or commendation. A privilege is a special right, reacting readily describes compliance, and a small piece or mark suggests a fragment.